Chronicles the drive for a union of one of American society's exploited groups. This is a story of courage and determination, set against the backdrop of the 1960s, a time of assassinations, war protests, civil rights battles, and reform efforts for poor and minority citizens.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
The forgotten workers of the fields -- The education of Cesar Chavez -- The community organizers -- Creating a union for farm workers -- The Delano grape strike and the great march to Sacramento -- Strikes, boycotts, fasts and the politics of nonviolence -- Wielding political power -- Cracks in the foundation -- The continuing fight.